Opening Prayer O Lord, you have given us the gift of faith. Your mercies toward us are more than we could ever hope to deserve. We stand in awe before…
Opening Prayer (United Methodist Hymnal #231) Eternal God, by the birth of Jesus Christ you gave yourself to the world. Grant that, being born in our hearts, he may save…
Opening Prayer Merciful God, you sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation. Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our…
Opening Prayer New every morning is your love, great God of light, and all day long you are working for good in the world. Stir up in us desire to…
Opening Prayer O God, on this World Communion Sunday, we thank you for including all of us at your table. Give us eyes to recognize your reflection in the eyes…
Opening Prayer Through the ages, O God, you have called to us to follow. You led us to freedom, to hope, and to peace. Enter our hearts again today and…
Opening Prayer O Lord, open my eyes and ears that I may see the needs of others and hear their cries. Let me not be afraid to defend the weak…
Call to Worship L: Sing praises to God, O faithful ones. P: Give thanks and proclaim God’s holy name. L: Weeping or joyful, mourning or dancing, P: come as you…
Call to Worship L: Awake! Rise up! P: There is much to be done in the Lord’s name today. L: Get ready to worship and to serve God. P: We…